Medicine info: Brand names
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Migraine
Migraines are common and usually very painful. There may be ways to prevent them, and there are good treatments for them. Learn more about migraines here.
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How do you know if you're having a migraine or a headache?
Most Australians get headaches, while 5 million experience migraines, which can affect the entire body. Learn about the difference, and how you can prevent or treat migraines.
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Underlying causes of vomiting
There are many causes of vomiting, including gastroenteritis, pregnancy, migraine, appendicitis, labyrinthitis. Find out what can cause vomiting.
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Headache medication
Most people have headaches occasionally. Find out what can cause them and how you can treat different types of headaches.
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Brain diseases
A healthy brain is quick and efficient. Problems like inflammation, loss of brain cells, tumours, trauma and age-related diseases can change that. Learn more.
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Magnesium
Magnesium is a mineral that people get from the food they eat, like vegetables, pulses, nuts, seeds and whole grains. Read about magnesium’s benefits.
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Chiropractors
A chiropractor is a health practitioner who manipulates joints. This article explains what chiropractors do, and questions you might ask.
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Paracetamol
You can take paracetamol for mild to moderate pain. Here’s some information on how paracetamol works, when you should not take it and possible side effects.
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Nervous system
Your nervous system controls much of what your body does including walking, speaking and other activities. Learn more about how it works.
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Beta blockers
Beta blockers are medicines that are used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), although there can be risks for some people. Find out more about the benefits and risks of using beta blockers.
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